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Photos & Video: Tabitha Essie Fashion Designs

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Published On :: Fri, 04 Nov 2016 19:54:26 +0000

Tabitha Essie was one of the designers featured at the Bermuda Fashion Collective Show held at the Bermuda Society of Arts at City Hall. According to the event programme, ”Tabitha Essie, known for reconstructive fashion design presents random pieces from her 2017 Spring/Summer Ready to Wear Collection. Inspired Men Women & Children of many cultures who love fashion […]

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Azai Burt Finishes Strong In Tennessee

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Published On :: Mon, 05 Aug 2019 09:36:02 +0000

Azai Burt concluded competing in the Rocky Mountain ATV/MC AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship in Tennessee. Burt qualified after he was crowned the 4-6 Year Old Age Group 51cc Shaft Class SE Youth Regional Qualifiers South of the Border Champion back in June. Burt finished in 6th place overall, this after 3 riders above him […]

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Esso Service Station Hours During Curfew

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Published On :: Sat, 28 Mar 2020 22:44:17 +0000

Esso Service Station advised the public on their hours of operation during the islandwide curfew, with the company noting that they “will re-evaluate the hours once the curfew is lifted.” Esso brand station hours of operation effective March 29 evening Station Open AM Close PM Sandy’s 6:30 7:30 Port Royal 6:30 6:30 Warwick 7:00 7:00 […]

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Esso Retail Service Station Holiday Hours

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Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2020 16:26:31 +0000

Esso Service Station is advising the public of their hours of operation effective today [April 9] as well as for Good Friday [April 10]. Esso station hours of operation [April 9]: Station Open AM Close PM Sandy’s 7.00 7.00 Port Royal 7.00 7.00 Warwick 8.00 6.00 BIU [Mon - Sat] 7.00 6.00 BIU [SUN] 7.00 […]

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Published On :: Sat, 05 Jan 2013 02:10:28 +0000


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Burgess Leads Medicine Hat College To Victory

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Published On :: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 13:00:58 +0000

Kieron Burgess led Medicine Hat College to a 76 –68 win on the road against St. Mary’s University. Burgess played 40 minutes going 8 for 27 from the field, 1 for 3 from behind the three point line and 7 for 15 from the free throw line for his 24 points. Burgess also had 17 […]

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Burgess Leads Medicine Hat College To Victory

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Published On :: Tue, 03 Dec 2019 13:27:17 +0000

Kieron Burgess and his Medicine Hat College Men’s Basketball teammates recently defeated Red Deer College 84 – 82 home to improve to 2 and 7 on the season. Burgess led his team to victory, finishing two steals short of a triple-double. He went 12 for 22 from the field and 0 for 4 from behind […]

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Basketball: Burgess Shines But Medicine Hat Fall

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Published On :: Sun, 09 Feb 2020 15:00:23 +0000

Kieron Burgess and his Medicine Hat College men’s basketball teammates traveled to take on Red Deer College and went down 86 – 66. Red Deer College jumped out to a 26 – 15 lead at the end of the first quarter. Medicine Hat College outscored Red Deer College 22 – 18 in the second quarter, […]

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Burgess & Jackson Named To ACAC Team

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Published On :: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 11:46:44 +0000

Kieron Burgess from Medicine Hat College and Linden Jackson from Ambrose University were named to the ACAC South Conference Second Team for the 2019-2020 season. The Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference [ACAC] Basketball All-Conference teams were selected by the conference coaches. These awards were presented at the 2020 ACAC Men’s Basketball Championship Banquet on March 4, […]

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Photos: Minicar Rentals Launched At Princess

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Published On :: Tue, 02 May 2017 21:44:59 +0000

[Updated with video] The Hamilton Princess and Current Vehicles launched their Twizy rental minicars this morning [May 2] with the electric vehicles set to be available to hotel guests. This new offering follows after the Motor Car [Minicar] Regulations 2017 came into effect last month, which guide the set-up, licensing and operation of minicar liveries. The […]

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Rotary Club Christmas Essay Contest Winners

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Published On :: Wed, 08 Jan 2020 13:28:29 +0000

The Pembroke Rotary Club has announced the winners of its Christmas essay competition, along with those who received honourable mentions. A spokesperson said, “For the past four years, the Pembroke Rotary club has sponsored a Christmas essay competition, open to students of all schools in elementary, middle and senior levels. “The chairperson for this even, […]

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Carey Olsen Wins China Business Law Award

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Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 11:54:10 +0000

Carey Olsen has won an international firm of the year award in the Restructuring and Insolvency category at the 2020 China Business Law Awards. A spokesperson said, “Carey Olsen Bermuda’s lead role in a cross-border matter has played a key part in Carey Olsen winning an international firm of the year award in the Restructuring […]

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Sail Bermuda: 20% Off For Essential Workers

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 14:51:58 +0000

Essential workers are being given a 20 percent discount on a luxury catamaran charter as a ‘thank you’ by Sail Bermuda for their work during the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “Sail Bermuda, which charters the 47′ catamaran Wyuna, is run by husband and wife team Marilyn and Caleb Zuill – a firefighter with the […]

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BVA Cancels All Events & Training Sessions

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Published On :: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 12:51:14 +0000

Due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the Bermuda Volleyball Association [BVA] has made the decision to cancel all events and training sessions up to and including April 12th, 2020. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Volleyball Association [BVA] is committed to protecting the health and safety of our members, the public and those associated with our […]

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Pilot Gig Club Holds Blessing For New Boats

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Published On :: Wed, 20 Apr 2016 11:38:52 +0000

On Monday evening, the Bermuda Pilot Gig Club launched their three new vessels, with the boats being blessed and christened by Bishop Nicholas Dill at the Spanish Point Boat Club. The names selected for the new gigs were Pilot James Forbes, Pilot James T. Griffiths and Pilot John Cann, with each of these pilots having […]

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Jessica Rego Rows 3,000 Miles Across Atlantic

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Published On :: Wed, 20 Feb 2019 13:30:49 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] A Bermudian woman has completed the “world’s toughest row” to help reduce plastic in the ocean and save marine life. Jessica Rego was part of a three-woman team that took on the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge and rowed 3,000 miles from San Sebastián de la Gomera in the Canary Islands to Nelson’s […]

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Jessica Lewis Interviewed On WoodPods Podcast

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Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 09:52:13 +0000

Bermuda’s Jessica Lewis was recently interviewed on an episode of WoodPods, a podcast by Team NLCS Dubai “designed to share sporting experience and knowledge.” During the interview, Ms. Lewis recalls the beginning of her career, as well as her international exposure and Olympic experience. The podcast episode’s description on YouTube says, “We catch up with […]

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Rev. Milton Burgess Set To Attend Book Signing

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Published On :: Wed, 23 Oct 2019 15:17:25 +0000

Kingdom Dynamics Bookstore at the First Church of God on North Shore Road will host a book signing for Rev. Milton Burgess tomorrow [Oct 24] from 4.30pm to 7.30pm. A spokesperson said, “On Thursday, October 24, Kingdom Dynamics Bookstore at the First Church of God on North Shore Road will host a book signing for […]

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Zeiko Lewis Featured In Club’s ‘Fitness Friday’

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 11:46:37 +0000

Bermudian footballer Zeiko Lewis was recently featured on an episode of Charleston Battery’s ‘Fitness Friday,’ a series of videos showing some of the fitness routines undertaken by the club’s players. In the video, Lewis, along with teammate Robbie Crawford, execute several bodyweight holding exercises, including the high plank, side plank, bridge position, and the wall […]

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Successful Horticultural Community Cleanup

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Published On :: Mon, 23 Dec 2019 21:14:15 +0000

The Ministry of Public Works, in partnership with Keep Bermuda Beautiful [KBB], recently held a two-day weekend horticultural community clean-up to remove the final remnants of horticultural waste scattered around our island. A spokesperson said, “The event, held on December 14 and December 15 from 7.30am to 4.00pm each day, involved the public disposing of […]

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Sabrina Burgess Earns IFBB Pro Card

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Published On :: Thu, 05 Sep 2019 14:12:36 +0000

[Written by Don Burgess] Sabrina Burgess can count herself among the world’s best after winning the Masters Over 50 Figure competition at the 2019 North American Championships. She also earned her pro card by placing first at the event held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on August 29th. Ms Burgess, who trains with Carmichael Bryan at Positive […]

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Photos: Caribbean Grand Prix Pro Fitness Show

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Published On :: Sun, 08 Dec 2019 16:32:27 +0000

The Caribbean Grand Prix Pro fitness show, with the IFFB Pro qualifier was held in the Ruth Seaton James Auditorium on Saturday [Dec 7] at CedarBridge Academy. Prejudging started at 10.00am and the main event competition got underway at 5.00pm. There was a Fitness Expo held throughout the day and night with multiple vendors on […]

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‘Opening Up Booking To All Essential Workers’

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Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 14:57:20 +0000

The Bermuda Government’s free Covid-19 testing continues, and essential workers are welcome to book their test online. Last night, Premier Burt tweeted saying, “Essential Workers. The Government of Bermuda’s free Covid-19 testing continues tomorrow. Today we got more 84 more people, but we were under capacity. So we are opening up booking to all essential […]

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Video: Juggling J Thanks Essential Workers

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 14:42:42 +0000

Bermuda DJ Juggling Jason has shared his appreciation for the island’s essential workers in the form of a video tribute, taking note of everyone in Bermuda working to help the community as we contend with the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. After paying tribute to the island’s many essential workers, Juggling J begins to close the video […]

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Essential Workers Covid-19 Testing Schedule

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Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 12:35:49 +0000

The Ministry of National Security is advising the public of the new schedule for essential workers requiring Covid-19 testing. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security is advising the public of the new swabbing schedule for essential workers requiring COVID-19 testing. “Effective now through Friday, May 1, essential workers can schedule their appointment […]

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Video: Govt Press Conference On Covid-19

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Published On :: Fri, 01 May 2020 20:30:42 +0000

[Updated] The Government is holding a press conference this evening [May 1] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video is below, and you can follow our live updates here. Update 7.50pm: Minister Kim Wilson’s full statement follows below: Good Afternoon, Today there […]

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Video: Govt Press Conference On Covid-19

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Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 20:35:26 +0000

The Government is holding a press conference this evening [May 4] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime, the live video is below, and you can follow our live updates here. Update 6.56pm: Minister Kim Wilson’s full statement follows below: Good Afternoon, Between yesterday and […]

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Column: Foods To Combat Anxiety & Depression

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Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 10:45:11 +0000

[Opinion column written by Agathe Holowatinc] Recently, I was asked: “Agathe, is there such a thing as foods that help combat anxiety and depression? If so – what are they?” And so that’s what I’d like to focus on today in my post, because it’s a very timely question, given the global panic around coronavirus […]

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Video: Govt Press Conference On Covid-19

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Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 20:30:02 +0000

[Updated] The Government is holding a press conference this evening [May 6] to update the public on Covid-19. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime, the live video is below, and you can follow our live updates here. Update 7.23pm: Minister Kim Wilson’s full statement follows below: Good Afternoon, Today there […]

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Photos & Results: Bermuda Dressage Show

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Published On :: Mon, 14 Oct 2019 13:02:52 +0000

[Updated with photos] Under the watchful eyes of judges Brenda Minor from Canada and Omar Zayrik from Mexico, the Bermuda Dressage Group hosted a Two Day event at the National Equestrian Center on Vesey Street. Collecting the Junior High Score on Day One was Natalia Tafur riding Edelweiss with a score of 71.290% during the […]

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FEI Dressage World Challenge On December 14

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Published On :: Thu, 05 Dec 2019 12:41:01 +0000

Bermuda dressage enthusiasts are gearing up for the 2019 FEI Dressage World Challenge [DWC] scheduled to be held at the National Equestrian Centre on Saturday, 14th December. In addition to the FEI WDC, a dressage qualifier for the 2020 Adequan North American Youth Championship [NAYC] will held on both Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th December. […]

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Bermuda Riders Excel In Dressage Challenge

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Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 17:03:59 +0000

The Federation Equestre Internationale [FEI] has released the Regional and FEI World Classification results based upon individuals and teams for the 2019 FEI World Dressage Challenge, with Bermuda riders achieving “very commendable results.” A spokesperson said, “The Federation Equestre Internationale [FEI] today released the Regional as well as the FEI World Classification results based upon […]

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Equestrian: Dressage Championship Cancelled

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 10:00:39 +0000

The 2020 Adequan/FEI North American Youth Championship for dressage, scheduled to be held in Michigan from August 4 to August 9, has been cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. A spokesperson said, “The United States Equestrian Federation announced that the 2020 Adequan/FEI North American Youth Championship for dressage, scheduled to be held in Michigan from […]

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EY To Host Business & Accounting Update Event

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Published On :: Fri, 06 Dec 2019 10:12:46 +0000

EY will be hosting the EY [Re]Insurance Business and Accounting Update in Bermuda on 10 December 2019. The event will gather leaders in the [re]insurance industry for meaningful discussions on a range of topics including accounting, tax, and regulatory matters, as well the business imperatives facing the Bermuda [re]insurance industry. Among noteworthy speakers is Patrick […]

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New Insurer For Crypto, Cannabis Businesses

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Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 12:56:46 +0000

Premier David Burt announced that Relm, an insurer that specializes in emerging business categories, has been granted a license by the Bermuda Monetary Authority [BMA]. A Government spokesperson said, “The new business, which is led by CEO Joe Ziolkowski and Operations Vice President Keyla Roman, is owned by Deltec International Group, a Bahamas-headquartered independent financial […]

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Princess Offer Australian Menu To Help Wildlife

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Published On :: Tue, 28 Jan 2020 16:20:15 +0000

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club is raising money for Australian charity, Sydney Wildlife, in the wake of the country’s devastating bushfires. Marcus’, the hotel’s flagship restaurant, will be offering a special, Australian-themed a la carte menu for lunch and dinner on Friday, January 31st, with proceeds set to assist orphaned native animals in Australia. Diners will […]

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Princess: ‘Chocolate Cave’ For Valentine’s Day

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Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2020 19:26:19 +0000

Some 200lbs of chocolate will be used to create a ‘Chocolate Cave’ at the Hamilton Princess for Valentine’s Day, with diners able to treat themselves to an “enormous range of chocolate desserts, from mousses to cakes and truffles to a chocolate fountain.” “Marcus’, the flagship restaurant of Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, has announced the creation […]

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Photos: Chocolate Cave At Hamilton Princess

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Published On :: Sat, 15 Feb 2020 09:04:04 +0000

As part of their Valentine’s Day celebration, Marcus’, the flagship restaurant of Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, created a decadent ‘Chocolate Cave’ using some 200lbs of chocolate. A spokesperson previously said, “From the evening of Valentine’s Day on Friday, February 14 through to the Champagne Brunch on February 16, guests will be able to enjoy a […]

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Princess Unveils The Duchess Café & Gelateria

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Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 22:40:53 +0000

The Duchess Café and Gelateria will be the island’s newest coffee shop destination when it opens at Hamilton Princess & Beach Club on Monday, March 2 and has created four new jobs for Bermudians at the resort. Named for Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll – the hotel’s namesake – the stylish café will offer a […]

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Princess Offer ‘To Go’ Mother’s Day Brunch

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Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 20:25:18 +0000

Hamilton Princess & Beach Club will be offering its traditional Mother’s Day Brunch in to-go format this weekend for those wanting to celebrate their mothers in the usual Bermudian way. “The Hamilton Princess brunch offering will feed four people with a wide spread of more than 15 menu items that will evoke brunch classics and […]

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Child Abuse & Sexual Assault Awareness Month

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Published On :: Thu, 02 May 2019 19:10:21 +0000

In recognition of Child Abuse Awareness Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Saving Children and Revealing Secrets [SCARS] and Centre Against Abuse [CAA] united to hold a joint event titled ‘Partner in Prevention’ on Friday, April 26. “SCARS and Centre Against Abuse recognized government departments that partner with them to put prevention mechanisms in place […]

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Photos: Fourth Winter Lionfish Derby A Success

By bernews.com
Published On :: Sat, 17 Feb 2018 13:44:54 +0000

The fourth Winter Lionfish Derby, sponsored by Conyers Imports was held from January 1 through January 31, with a wrap-up party and awards ceremony taking place at the Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute [BUEI] recently. A spokesperson said, “Here’s a few things about the very successful winter Lionfish Derby. For starters, we had 60 people registered […]

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Relicensing Period For Fishing Vessels Extended

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Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 18:50:52 +0000

Vessel safety inspections for commercial fishing vessels have been suspended and the relicensing period for commercial fishing vessels has been extended, and the new deadline will be April 30th 2020. A Government spokesperson said, “As a safety measure to minimize the risk of COVID-19 spread, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources is closed to […]

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Barnes Has Impressive Start In Las Vegas

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Published On :: Sat, 23 Nov 2019 13:53:06 +0000

Bermuda’s Scott Barnes began competing in the SuperKarts USA Super Nationals in Las Vegas. During the G1/G2::3G Kart Racing/AiM Sports Class Heat One which saw 21 karts take to the track, Barnes finished 6th completing the 12 laps. Barnes took to the track again to compete in the G2::3G Kart Racing/AiM Sports Class Second Heat […]

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Minister On 6 Megawatt Solar Farm Progress

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Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 21:32:52 +0000

[Ministerial statement by Minister of Home Affairs Walter Roban] Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to report to this Honourable House on the progress of the 6 megawatt solar farm at the LF Wade International Airport. Just last week, the Regulatory Authority awarded an operating license to the developers of the project, Saturn Solar Bermuda 1, […]

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MS Awareness Week Film Series & Discussion

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Published On :: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 11:25:13 +0000

As part of MS Awareness Week, the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Bermuda will be hosting a “Film Series & Discussion” at the Bermuda National Library on Tuesday, March 3 and on Thursday, March 5. Tuesday, March 3, 2020 in the Bermuda History and Cultural Studies Room:  A spokesperson said, “MS Focus Presents Research Edge with […]

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Bermuda Turtle Project Has “Successful Season”

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Published On :: Sun, 27 Sep 2015 19:00:43 +0000

The Bermuda Turtle Project had a “very successful season,” with a record breaking 289 turtles caught during the project, assisting the project’s mission of conserving sea turtles through research and education. The BZS newsletter said, “The Bermuda Turtle Project [BTP] are happy to report that they had a very successful season! The project took place in the […]

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Video & Photos: Turtle Successfully Rehabilitated

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Published On :: Fri, 09 Feb 2018 00:28:45 +0000

A sea turtle that was accidentally caught by a young girl has been successfully rehabilitated following surgery to remove a fishing hook, with a group gathering today [Feb 8] at the Bermuda Aquarium and Zoo [BAMZ] to make the announcement, while also educating the public on how injured sea turtles should be handled. The group […]

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Women Thwart Man Trying To Rob Business

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Published On :: Mon, 17 Jun 2019 22:08:28 +0000

A Howzat liquor store employee and her 81-year-old mother and second female employee thwarted a lone male that attempted to rob the business on Sunday. A police spokesperson said, “A Howzat liquor store employee and her 81-year-old mother – with the assistance of a second female employee – thwarted a lone male that attempted to […]

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Police Appeal For Witnesses To Armed Robbery

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Published On :: Fri, 10 Jan 2020 21:06:32 +0000

Following the robbery on Wednesday [Jan 8] in Sandys, the police have repeated their appeal for witnesses, noting that the “attack was unprovoked and occurred whilst the victim was going about his normal course of business as a food delivery worker.” Detective Inspector Derek Berry of the Criminal Investigation Department said, “At around 8:30pm on […]

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